On Friday, April 10, 2026, Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) Comptroller-General Kemi Nandap suspended comptrollers at the Lagos-Seme border commands in direct response to viral videos exposing officers’ extortion of traders and travelers, igniting public fury and prompting a formal probe. The Lagos-Seme border, Nigeria’s pulsating gateway to West Africa, has erupted into scandal once again. Read More…
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EU pushes for tariff-free trade to counter U.S. protectionism – an LM news analysis
In a bid to stabilise global trade amidst rising tensions fueled by U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff policies, the European Union has taken an assertive stance, advocating for a 0% tariff regime. The EU, alongside nations like Vietnam, argues that eliminating tariffs on both sides could lead to a more balanced and frictionless trading system. Read More…